Monday, June 5, 2017

Former Newcastle United Player Cheick Tiote Dies During Training

The former Newcastle United player was rushed to
hospital in Beijing, but emergency services failed to revive him, his
agent confirmed

Former Newcastle United player Cheick Tiote has died after collapsing during a training session on Monday.

The Ivorian was training with second-tier Chinese side Beijing
Enterprises, who he joined in February, when he passed out and was
rushed to hospital.

But emergency treatment failed to revive him, and it was later confirmed that he had passed away.
Tiote's representative Emanuele Palladino said: "It is with deep
sadness that I confirm that my client Cheick Tiote sadly passed away
earlier today after collapsing in training with his club Beijing
Enterprises.

"We cannot say any more at the moment and we request that his family's privacy be respected at this difficult time.

"We ask for all your prayers."

A statement from Beijing Enterprises also confirmed the news of Tiote’s death.
It read: “At 6pm on June 5th, Mr Cheick Tiote fell unconscious to the ground during training.
“He was immediately taken to hospital, but unfortunately died at 7pm on June 5th. We have informed his relatives of his death.

“After joining Beijing Enterprises Group FC on February 5th 2017, Mr
Tiote has made a great contribution to the club and has received
plaudits from the coaching staff and team-mates for his superb ability
and professionalism.